(August 9, 2012)--Allstate Insurance agency owners in Central Texas and around the state plan to hire at least 150 new licensed sales professionals by the end of the and those who are interested can learn about the positions by messaging recruiters via Twitter @TXAgents.

To apply, candidates no longer have to go through the hassle of uploading their resumes online, but instead may e-mail resumes to a recruiter at txrecruiting@allstate.com.

"Now talented, motivated people can learn what it's like to become a Licensed Sales Producer and get a head start in a recession-proof industry in an easy, convenient way through Twitter," said Jerry Anderson, an Allstate agent in the College Station area.

"We want to answer interested candidates' questions and not let the licensing process intimidate them."